How To Fix /IAM/OBJECT530 - &1 Reference system for reference objects is not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/OBJECT -

• Message number: 530

• Message text: &1 Reference system for reference objects is not unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT530 - &1 Reference system for reference objects is not unique ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT530 &1 Reference system for reference objects is not unique typically occurs in the context of Identity Access Management (IAM) or when dealing with reference objects in SAP systems. This error indicates that there is ambiguity in the reference system for the specified reference object, meaning that the system has found multiple entries that could potentially match the reference object, leading to confusion.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There may be multiple entries in the database for the same reference object, which causes the system to be unable to determine which one to use.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect or incomplete configuration of reference objects or systems in the IAM module.
  Data Consistency Issues: Data inconsistencies in the underlying tables that manage reference objects can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, it may have introduced duplicates or inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11